14-Year-Old Texas Boy Fatally Shoots Intruder During Attempted Break-In

The teenager, home alone, acted in self-defense when a man tried to enter his Houston-area home, according to police.

A 14-year-old boy in Texas shot and killed a man attempting to break into his home early Thursday morning.
The intruder, believed to be homeless and in his late 20s to early 30s, was wearing gloves and a backpack, indicating an intent to rob.
The teen was alone after his parents left for work and his siblings for school, and fired five to six shots in self-defense.
Neighbors and a homeless outreach team confirmed the man's homelessness and suspicious behavior in the area.
Authorities have stated the teen and his family have a right to protect their home and feel safe, emphasizing the legality of the teen's actions.